This resolution opposes the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's plan to revoke the 2009 finding that greenhouse gases are harmful to public health and the environment. It also encourages local air quality authorities to take a similar stance and reaffirms San Francisco's dedication to climate action and air quality protection.
Resolution opposing the United States (U.S) Environmental Protection Agency’s proposal to rescind the 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding; urging the Bay Area Air Quality Management District to adopt a similar position; and reaffirming the City and County of San Francisco’s commitment to strong climate action and air quality protections.
How it got here
The legislation originated in response to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's proposal to rescind the 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding, which prompted the San Francisco Board of Supervisors to reaffirm the city's commitment to climate action.
The Supreme Court decided Massachusetts v. EPA, establishing that greenhouse gases are considered air pollutants under the Clean Air Act.
The EPA issued the Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding, concluding that six greenhouse gases endanger public health and welfare, thus requiring regulation under the Clean Air Act.
The EPA proposed rescinding the 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding, which would undermine federal climate protections.
The Board adopted Resolution No. 416-25 opposing the EPA's proposal and urging the Bay Area Air Quality Management District to take a similar stance.
The resolution became effective without the Mayor's approval, reaffirming San Francisco's commitment to climate action.
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